The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Ademola Adeleke has described justice as the foundation for a safe and prosperous society, calling on politicians in the state and beyond to eschew politics of bitterness and embrace acts that will serve the interest of the people, not punish them.
Governor Adeleke said this in a message to congratulate Muslim Ummah on the commencement of this year’s Ramadan period, noting that the fasting period is a sacred time for devotion and renewal of faith.
The Governor who admonished Muslim Ummah to observe the Holy month of Ramadan according to the dictate of Allah subhanawatahallah, reminded faithfuls of the message of personal self discipline, communion, and tolerance that the fasting period embodied.
“I congratulate Muslims in the state and beyond for witnessing yet another Ramadan period. Ramadan offers a message of self-discipline and spiritual renewal. It is a season that reminds us of the values of patience and the essence of cheerful giving,” Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying in a message.
“For 29 or 30 days, we will have a remarkable opportunity to strengthen our faith and dedicate ourselves to impacting lives, such as feeding the poor and helping others in needs. Let us use this season to renew bonds and foster harmony in our communities by coming together during the breaking of fast.”
Governor Adeleke salutes Osun people for their resoluteness in the face of crude oppression waged against them with the unlawful seizure of local governments fund in the past one year, assuring them that his government doesn’t take for granted their sacrifices and will continue to reward the people’s faith with delivery of good governance.
“In the last one year, things have not been easy as those who believed they have power choose to punish Osun people for no reason other than politics. In spite of their brinkmanship, we have not waver in our obligations to the payment of salaries and many of the projects that will benefit our people are still ongoing.” he noted.
“From my first day in office, I made a commitment to serve our people and no matter the hurdles, I will not depart from this commitment. So, Osun people can continue to trust in our administration to deliver for them, irrespective of the condition, and as we go into yet another election, they must renew their faith in us to continue the good work we started together.”
